TransGrid today announced the release of a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking non-network solutions to meet peak demand in the Far North Coast region of NSW in the short term.
“Peak electricity demand in Far North Coast region is continuing to rise at a rate higher than the NSW state average, with demand in the region reaching record highs in 2009,” said Mr Michael Gatt, General Manager at TransGrid.
“While TransGrid’s Far North NSW Transmission Line Project is the most effective long-term solution to meet growing peak demand in the region, transmission line projects take years to deliver and TransGrid is seeking proposals for non-network alternatives in the short-term,” he said.
The RFP process is being undertaken to assist TransGrid, as the state’s transmission operator, in maintaining the reliability of the NSW grid by reducing pressure on the existing transmission network in Far North Coast of NSW.
“TransGrid is requesting proposals to assist in reducing demand by up to 70 megawatts over the next five summers,” said Mr Gatt.
“This amount of energy is equivalent to the electricity used by approximately 30,000 average homes during peak periods,” he said.
“TransGrid is committed to delivering the Far North NSW Transmission Line Project a long-term solution to maintain a reliable supply of electricity for homes and businesses across the region.”
“TransGrid will keep the local community informed of the outcomes of the RFP process and the progress of the Far North NSW Transmission Line Project.”
RFP packages may be downloaded at no charge from TransGrid’s eTendering website at: www.transgrid.com.au/tenders
The closing date for proposals is 13 July 2010.